Horsley to Gomshall

A station-to-station walkSurreySouth East England

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Hatchlands near Clandon-E8110543
Hatchlands near Clandon-E8110543 by tony.rummery

Bluebell woods, pine forest and North Downs views, past Old Simm's Copse, West Horsley Place and Effingham Forest.

Woodland: two thirds under tree cover.

Abinger Roughs and Netley Park: Hidden woods with ancient trees and flower-sprinkled grasslands, just off the North Downs and Pilgrims Ways (National Trust; 3h15 in).

Old Simm's Copse: A tucked-away North Downs woodland renowned for its spring bluebell display.

West Horsley Place: A historic country house and cultural venue used as Button House in the BBC comedy Ghosts.

Warnings: Best in April to early May; steep descent to Abinger Roughs.

North Downs Line near Hackhurst and Abinger Roughs Dec 24-FC060439
North Downs Line near Hackhurst and Abinger Roughs Dec 24-FC060439 by tony.rummery

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